The frictional force which acts before relative motion starts between two surfaces in contact is known as:

kinetic friction

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rolling friction

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sliding friction

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static friction

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The correct option is D static friction
The frictional force which acts before relative motion starts between two surfaces in contact is known as static friction.

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